Distance Learning

Lewis and Clark (Distance Learning)

Grade Level:
Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Subject:
Social Studies
Common Core Standards:
3.L.1, 4.L.1, 5.L.1, 3.RF.3, 3.RF.4, 3.RF.4.c, 4.RF.3, 4.RF.4, 4.RF.4.c, 5.RF.3, 5.RF.4, 5.RF.4.c, 3.RI.1, 3.RI.2, 3.RI.3, 3.RI.6, 3.RI.7, 3.RI.9, 4.RI.1, 4.RI.2, 4.RI.3, 4.RI.6, 4.RI.7, 4.RI.9, 5.RI.1, 5.RI.2, 5.RI.3, 5.RI.6, 5.RI.7, 5.RI.9, 3.RL.2, 3.RL.6, 3.RL.7, 4.RL.2, 4.RL.6, 4.RL.7, 5.RL.2, 5.RL.6, 5.RL.7, 3.SL.1, 3.SL.1.c, 3.SL.1.d, 3.SL.3, 3.SL.6, 4.SL.1, 4.SL.1.c, 4.SL.1.d, 4.SL.3, 4.SL.6, 5.SL.1, 5.SL.1.c, 5.SL.1.d, 5.SL.3, 5.SL.6
State Standards:
MO Learning Standards for Social Studies (k-5): 1D, 1E, 2A, 3aA, 3aB, 3aC, 3aF, 5A, 5B, 5C, 5D, 5E, 5F, 6A, 6E, 7A, 7B. IL Learning Standards: SS.IS.3.3.5, SS.IS.6.3.5, SS.H.2.3, SS.H.1.4, SS.H.2.5, SS.H.3.3, SS.H.3.4, SS.H.3.5.

In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson commissioned the Corps of Discovery Expedition to explore and map newly aquired territories west of the Mississippi River. These lands had been purchased from France as part of the Louisiana Purchase. From 1803 to 1806, the Corps of Discovery was led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, who worked with a team of explorers and York, an African American man enslaved by Clark. In addition to mapping out a new trail to the Pacific, the expedition conducted scientific experiments and established trade relationships with various Native American tribes along the way, who were central to ensuring safe passage to and from the Pacific for the Corps of Discovery. The three-year voyage started and ended in St. Louis. 

In this field trip, students will explore the cultures, landscapes, and animals encountered by the Corps of Discovery as the traveled and mapped the newly purchased Louisiana Territory. They will also learn about the lives of Lewis and Clark and the people they interacted with during the voyage.

Virtual programs typically last around 20-25 minutes with time for Q&A. Please be prepared to share your screen or hosting capability with the ranger so they can use any digital materials they have created. The ranger will also email the teacher any suggested activities and sujbect specific materials ahead of time. Reservations must be made at least 30 days in advance. When setting up a virtual tour, be prepared to answer the following questions: 

  • Confirm the program topic, date, time (and time zone).

  • Is there anything specific you would like to see highlighted in the program?

  • Please share any other pertinent information about your class (such as any necessary accomodations for students with visual or hearing impairments).

  • What digital platform you will be using and the digital link to connect to.


To make reservations, call 314-923-3048.

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Last updated: January 5, 2023